shrewish
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
So is Ms. Jones, even though Mrs. Bennet is a shrewish plague upon her most introverted daughter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 5, 2026
In private, his demeanor toward staff becomes louder and shrewish, according to new reporting from Axios.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 11, 2023
Grandpa had a bad fall, and his shrewish second wife wants him carted off to a nursing home posthaste.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 14, 2023
It’s a shrewish moment that you wish could be balanced by more insights into the pilots’ quieter, more private moments.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 8, 2016
And on that occasion— “Smith!” screamed the shrewish voice from the telescreen.
From "1984" by George Orwell
